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N527 EDT

1996 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2384cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

163,990 mi
Last recorded163,990 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2013
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Lt127,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN527 EDT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2013 163,990 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 153,753 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 153,712 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 143,405 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 143,145 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 137,333 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

aims on limits

brake switch slightly sticking

covers under vehicle unbale to check components properly

oil leak

rear drums damp slightly

slight judder at front brakes

slight lift in front ball joints

slight stone chip in windscreen an d is scratched slightly

wipers smearing

Fail 28 Oct 2009 137,333 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

aims on limits

brake switch slightly sticking

covers under vehicle unbale to check components properly

oil leak

rear drums damp slightly

slight judder at front brakes

slight lift in front ball joints

slight stone chip in windscreen an d is scratched slightly

wipers smearing

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lt?

Based on 549,592 MOT tests across 45,159 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
6,396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
45,159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51,116
position lamp(s) not working 19,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,126
Stop lamp not working 18,682
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 15,828
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N527 EDT is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,384cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 127,418 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N527 EDT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lt typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N527 EDT?

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What year was N527 EDT registered?

N527 EDT is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N527 EDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N527 EDT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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